Who doesn't need more active, animal loving women in their lives for hiking, biking and hanging out?   Email me suggestions (and a date and time that work for you) and I'll set up an invite. Dogs are welcome as long as they are friendly to both humans and other animals on AND off leash.  This is a hiking group designed to be stress free for humans and animals alike. Owners who bring dogs that repeatedly exhibit aggressive behavior on any given hike will be asked to walk separately from the group …

We want to raise the issues of a healthy, sustainable food supply.  We'll discuss food labeling; food access, genetically engineered food, local sources of food, agriculture's role in climate change, and other food/policy-related issues. We may meet in a coffeehouse, a church, a home near you, or for happy hour or a picnic.  We could arrange speakers, films, workshops, literature, and strategize creatively.  We will enjoy each others’ company, eat, laugh, and take home a better understanding of …

We believe in the power of collective action through the promotion of democracy using technology and social networking. Monthly meetups focused around community organizing and social activism. Anyone who wants to make a difference is encouraged to join.

BAAAG (Bay Area Asian Activities Group) strives to bring together Asian and Asian American professionals of the Bay Area once or twice a month, to socialize in non-nightlife settings both indoors and outdoors.

ZogSports is a co-ed, social sports league for young professionals in San Francisco. This summer, we are offering leagues for all skill levels in several different sports, including Touch Football, Volleyball, Soccer, and Dodgeball. You can sign up as an individual, with a few friends or as an entire team. The fun does not stop on the field - we have awesome post-game happy hours after every game! ...And you're making a difference. Every team picks a charity to play for and we donate 10% of all …

Coaches inspire our clients to be the best they can be. One of the activities that this group does is to meet to talk about best practices, share challenges, coach each other, discuss new findings, experiment with new tools, seek support. In general we are there for each to continue our learnings, our skills and our talents. We are a caring, sharing , proactive group of co-active coaches. Our skills and experience are as diverse as we are. You should join us if you are a co-active coach who foll …

My goal is to bring together outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy outdoor activities like: -Kayaking -Paint balling -Rock climbing -big game fishing -rafting -Skydiving -snowboarding / skiing -etc... I am one of the co-founders of skyara.com, an outdoor marketplace where we partner with vendors to promote outdoor activities. By joining this group, you will receive EXCLUSIVE discounts as well as attend Meetups that are designed around a specific activity. We might take the group paintballing, or rafting …

A group for monogamous gay couples to meet other monogamous gay couples and experience some of the dining and activity options the Bay Area has to offer. Restaurants and activities will be chosen by group members, who are responsible for their own bills, and variety is encouraged. As the group gets bigger we can try to leverage group buying power where we can. This is a casual group that gives couples a chance to socialize away from the bar scene! :-) Activities include abut are not limited to d …

We have decided to start this group for singles to be able to get active together. Online dating, and awkward singles events are one method. However, activity based dating has proven to be more successful. Creating a Meetup group around this idea, will allow singles to have a great time at an event, regardless of who they meet. Members only requirement is to have a good time!! :)

Bay Area Friends (BAF) is a social group for people with genital herpes (HSV1, HSV2) who live in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. With @ 3000 members (combining our Meetup and Yahoo Groups), we are one of the largest Herpes social groups in the USA. We welcome everyone over 18 who is interested in making new friends, sharing fun activities together, and meeting others who share our surprisingly common situation. BAF has NO DUES, NO officers, NO social directors and NO budget. Instead, we rely …

OutSF is a social group of mostly gay men. Members organize their own indoor and outdoor meetups. They have included: Urban exploring - coffee meetups - park meetups - hikes - ballet - symphony - paragliding - games - sailing - you name it, literally!

Asian American of The Bay Area,(AABA) is a vibrant and exciting community of Asians and Asian Americans living in the bay area. There are no age limits to join this group. We are engaged in variety of activities that range from casual gatherings, such as casual dinning, group potlucks, picnic and BBQ's , movie nights out or trying out a new local restaurant, check out new groupon deals from local community events to larger events, such as attending concerts or cultural activity. Outdoor activi …

This group is for people that are looking to have fun with new experiences and activities. This is not a dating group; however, if it happens, it happens. Activities will include ballroom dancing, trying new restaurants, happy hour, brunch, kayaking, movies, fairs and festivals, music events, etc. If you're young, like meeting new people and having a good time this group is for you. If you want to host an event reach out and let us know. Best Jeremiah

SFYD represents the interests of San Franciscans 35 and under. We are activists, legislative staff, students and young professionals that seek to promote and advance the ideals of Democracy. The San Francisco Young Democrats shall endeavor to stimulate in young people an active interest in governmental affairs, increase the efficiency of our government, maintain the viability of our free institutions, and contribute to the growth and influence of the ideals and philosophies of the Democratic Par …

The group is a "sister" group to the San Francisco Walking Dykes (also on Meetup). The purpose of the dancing dykes group is essentially the same: to build community for lesbians in San Francisco (and the greater Bay Area) while promoting health and wellness. Dancing and staying active is the key to remaining healthy, and socializing, making friends and developing community is essential to being "mentally fit" and also having fun. You should join if you are a lesbian/queer woman, are probably in …

Love to run?  Love to explore?   Runsploring is the ultimate combination.  This group is aimed at staying active, having fun, being social, and exploring the hidden gems of San Francisco.  Although we like to get a workout, Runsploring is a laid back activity and we don't take ourselves too seriously. As a Runsplorer, we pick a starting location and route.  Then we run at a comfortable pace and stop if we come across an amazing view, landmark,  or anything else that sparks our interest.  The u …

This group is for couples who made the decision to live without children (not that there's anything wrong with that!). We are a group of DINKs in San Francisco in our 20s and 30s who enjoy everything the city has to offer. We love good food, drinks, entertainment, outdoor activities and of course meeting other like-minded couples. We are open to all sorts of activities and adventures, as long as they are child free. Please join us!

If you're a marketer, agency, or entrepreneur engaged with the adtech space on a daily basis, you know that data is an ever-increasingly component of online and offline marketing decisions. But one can easily get lost in the morass that is database marketing and all of its tentacles - audiences, segments, targeting, data providers, marketing platforms, etc. The key is: Activation. Let's informally get together in the City to discuss data activation strategies, success stories, lessons learned, a …

The Drug Users Union is an international organization dedicated to the development of leadership and civic engagement/activism in drug using communities worldwide. The so-called War on Drugs has caused far more harm than it has prevented--not only to drug users, but indeed, to society as a whole. The stigma created by WoD propaganda serves only to demonize drug users, transforming us into one of the most unfairly scapegoated communities in the world. When we internalize this manufactured stigma, …

Moving Laughing and Dancing Circle for Meditation -awakening in ``Spirit`` as ``Spirit`` This Circle was created with the aim to support our awakening and healing process and spiritual practices . This Circle is a community of loving, caring people who love truth, beauty and goodness. The Circle provides a safe, loving and empowering space for awakening to unfold in all types of people; in their body, mind and spirit through various tools of movement, dance and meditation. Our practices comes …

San Francisco Liberty Coalition is a loose network of local pro-freedom groups which host a monthly speaking event designed to give libertarians and supporters of civil and economic liberties a forum where we can connect with each other, learn about local issues, and make our voices heard. Each month we will meet at a local venue and hear from a different speaker or speakers. Speakers invited to address the forum may include local activists and community organizers, candidates for public office, …

Calling all nannies in or around Pacific Heights in San Francisco! This is a group for child-care providers (or moms & dads!) interested in joining on-going fun and creative activities such as active stroller walks, picnics in the park, visits to the beach, coffee & tea meet-ups, and more!

This is a group for people with social anxiety who are interested in getting together for fun and social activities in a safe and supportive environment. I started this group because I know how difficult it is for people who have SA to participate in activities with others who don't have social anxiety. Looking forward to meeting all of you. "Leave your worries for a while; they'll still be there when you get back."

SF A/X: The RIDE stands for San Francisco Active Xplorers of The RIDE. The RIDE is SNOWBOARDING in the Winter and Mountain Biking in the Spring and Summer with some seasonal overlap. SF A/X RIDE events will take place in the Bay Area and Lake Tahoe as well as other areas. SF A/X is linked with two other Meet Up sites: (1) Sactown A/X and (2) Davis A/X. In the Winter, THIS group has the advantage of NETWORKING you with over 400 other very Active SNOWBOARDERS whose home mountains are in TAHOE... …

We are a group of English as a Second Language (ESL) learners who support and motivate each other in San Francisco. Our focus is to improve our English skill while we enjoy a variety of activities. If you have any questions feel free to ask the organizer. The logo image was made by Luisa, one of our members.

Join us for fun activities centered on meeting new friends, exploring, having great urban and rural adventures! We will have events all over the bay area! Some of the events we will host in 2013: Hiking, Treasure Hunts, Marin Tourist Club parties, Mountain Play, Academy of Sciences and De Young Parties, Pub Quizzes, Horse Races, Bowling, Ice Skating, Shakespeare in the Park, Outdoor Movies, Fillmore Jazz Festival, and lots more! We will focus on events which allow people to interact easily and g …

"One never stands so tall as when kneeling to help a child" Our Mission :: Active 20-30 US & Canada provides young adults with an opportunity for personal growth, friendships and leadership development while improving the quality of life for the special needs of children in their community. The San Francisco Chapter is a group for men and women between the ages of 21 to 39 and is filled with community minded members who are interested in philanthropy, friendship and fun! We have monthly meeting …

Meetup with other fun and outgoing people interested for sailing!  We primarily cruise-sail on a comfortable sailboat for some super fun, unique, social activities.  No sailing experience is necessary! Each Meetup will include: sailing, motor cruising, and a potluck meal. From time to time let's enjoy a stop over on land mid-day at either: d/t Sausalito, Sam's in Tiburon, Angle Island for picnic & croquet, McCovey Cove in SF for Giant's baseball games, anchor at some awesome secret beaches to re …